1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 101 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | Vito |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
